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Clip On, Move Bold: Get Creative with the Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-Ear Earbuds

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In the world of evolving sound engineering, Baseus has always had its finger on the pulse. With a longstanding commitment to being the best consumer electronics brand, Baseus is set on creating innovative, flexible, and minimalist products that center around customer needs before anything else. After all, the name ‘Baseus’ originates from our core value “Base on User”. Now, Baseus is thrilled to introduce the Bowie MC1 Open-ear Earbuds – a genius feat of sound engineering that prioritizes comfort, adaptability, and sound quality.

The Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-ear Earbuds were crafted to fit seamlessly into any lifestyle. From the daily work schedule and sports sessions to the student life and fashion industry. These earbuds are equipped to inspire creative storytelling and ensure a fresh perspective on how you see – and hear – the world. Let’s take a look at some of the main highlights of the Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-ear Earbuds:

Comfortable Open-ear Clip-on Design: Your comfort is the main priority with the Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-ear Earbuds. The innovative open-ear clip-on design ensures that you have a comfortable listening experience without any ear canal pressure or fatigue – ensuring that you can wear the earbuds all day without a problem. The Bowie MC1 earbuds have a 5.2g lightweight design and ensure long-lasting comfortable wear throughout the day. Simply clip the earbuds gently onto your ears and they stay perfectly in place. The open-ear structure also ensures your safety in crowded areas or around traffic by allowing you to ensure you stay aware of your surroundings while enjoying quality sound – this is ideal for jogging, cycling, or traveling.

AI-Enhanced Dynamic Bass: Another great feature of the Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-ear Earbuds is its AI adaptive bass enhancement. This allows the earbuds to conduct precise sound detection at a rate of 48,000 times per second – intelligently adapting for enhanced bass to ensure immersive audio. This feature dynamically compensates for bass and increases bass details. The additional directional sound tech also minimizes sound leakage – providing a private listening experience.

3-Magnet Dynamic Driver: The Bowie MC1 earbuds are further structured for sound clarity with a three-magnet dynamic driver and an 0.8mm larger amplitude – ensuring improved full sound clarity and soundstage width. This professional engineering design produces richer bass and detailed high frequencies for superior sound – and the professionals agree. The Bowie MC1 earbuds are recommended and endorsed by Berklee professors and GRAMMY and EMMY award winners.

Adaptive Call Noise Cancellation: Sound clarity during calls is a must. This is why the Bowie MC1 earbuds use adaptive Deep Neural Network (DNN) algorithms for noise reduction. This allows the earbuds to intelligently identify and isolate sounds during calls to provide enhanced voice clarity in more than 3,000 DNN noise cancellation applications. The earbuds also use 2 noise-canceling mics to ensure crystal-clear voice communication in complex environments. For example, while running or cycling, the earbuds will cancel out wind noise in the background and isolate your voice for stable sound clarity during calls.

Snug Fit with Anti-Drop Design: The Bowie MC1 clip-on earbuds are designed for ultimate comfort. Baseus has developed its own Cloud Airbag design that ensures cloud-soft comfort while staying securely in your ears. This design improves stability by 198% and comfort by 200%. An innovative Four-Point Support structure also provides an Anti-Drop design – ensuring your earbuds don’t fall out of your ears during strenuous activities like exercising or running. The flexible C-bridge structure also adapts to different ear shapes and allows you to seamlessly wear the Bowie MC1 clip-on earbuds with your glasses and other accessories.

IP57 Waterproof and Dustproof: The MC1 earbuds are built to withstand the elements in any situation. With an IP57 waterproof and dustproof rating, you can keep the music playing whether you’re caught up in the rain or sweating it out at the gym. Baseus adapts to your needs and gives you peak performance in every condition.

Customizable Button Control: Take control of your sound experience with a customizable button interface on your earbuds. For seamless control at your fingertips, download the Baseus app and customize your earbud button controls to suit your needs.

The Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-ear Earbuds introduce a new era of comfort and adaptability to the everyday lifestyle of the user. These earbuds are carefully constructed and built on the premise of making life easier while still providing professional-grade sound. Baseus looks forward to leading the shift toward user-centric product designs and creative engineering that revolutionizes the sound industry for good.

The Baseus Bowie MC1 Open-ear Earbuds are now available on Amazon at a special promotional price of $49.99 for both Cosmic Black and Moon White, after applying a $20 coupon to the MSRP price of $69.99.

Founded in 2011, Baseus was born out of utmost care for users. The company embodies its slogan: Practical. Reliable. Base on User. This shows the pursuit of ultimate practicality to solve users’ problems with outstanding design and fashionable appearances that also reflect reliability, high quality, and cost-effectiveness. Baseus delivers a variety of products – including Portable Chargers, Desktop Chargers, Wall Chargers, Wireless Earbuds, and Docking Stations. Chosen by 300 million users and providing 6 billion services, Baseus delivers over 100 million practical and aesthetic products each year, continuously enhancing users’ sense of fulfillment. Join the Baseus family today to see a new world of technological innovation.

FREE Music Lessons to Celebrate 11th Annual Teach Music Week – 1,200+ Locations

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Keep Music Alive is excited to announce the 11th Annual Teach Music Week happening Monday, March 17th through Sunday, March 23rd. This annual week-long holiday invites musicians, music schools, music stores and other music organizations to offer a free lesson or class to new students (both kids & adults). This year, 1,200+ locations in over a dozen countries will participate including the U.S., CanadaAustraliaFranceItalyJapanMexicoNew ZealandNigeria and United Kingdom. Locations are now available to search by zipcode/city state at www.TeachMusicWeek.org with new locations being added weekly.

Teach Music Week is celebrated annually during the 3rd week of March to coincide with national Music in Our Schools Month® which is celebrating its milestone 40th Anniversary this year. Anyone interested in learning to play an instrument is encouraged to seek out a participating location or musician friend to help get them started. Teach Music Week also invites public, private and charter schools to schedule activities that will encourage more students to sign up for music, band and chorus classes.

Vincent James, co-founder of Keep Music Alive states: “We all know that very often the biggest hurdle to doing something is just getting started. With Teach Music Week, we are hoping to inspire a new generation of musicians who will continue reaping the many benefits of playing music, long after the month of March is over.”

Keep Music Alive is honored to welcome the following music brands and organizations as partners for the 11th Annual Teach Music Week: Casio, Chord Board, Guitar Center, Les Paul Foundation, Music Nomad, Panyard and REMO. Together, they are helping to share the Teach Music Week message, inspiring more children and adults to begin their musical journey.

Keep Music Alive is also excited to partner once again with Guitar Center, the retail chain making it easier and more fun than ever to give music a try with a FREE group guitar lesson on Saturday March 15: RSVP – www.GuitarCenter.com/Lessons-Open-House.gc

Locations from additional chains participating this year include Music & Arts, Long & McQuade, Kindermusik, Gymboree Play & Music, Music Together and the legendary School of Rock. For more information or to find participating locations, please visit www.TeachMusicWeek.org or call or email (610) 874-6312, 390490@email4pr.com.

Keep Music Alive is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit on a mission to help more kids (and adults) reap the educational, therapeutic and social benefits of playing music. They are founders of two international music holidays: Teach Music Week (3rd week in March) and Kids Music Day (1st Friday in October). Each year, Keep Music Alive partners with hundreds of music school and retail locations to offer free music lessons and host special events including student music performances, instrument petting zoos, community jams, instrument donation drives and more. For more information, please visit www.KeepMusicAlive.org.

Shot Tower Capital Launches RedBrick Advisors, a Specialized Valuation Firm for the Music and Entertainment Industries

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Shot Tower Capital LLC is excited to announce the launch of RedBrick Advisors LLC, a specialized firm offering independent valuation services tailored to the music and broader entertainment industries. Partnering with long-time research analyst Sachin Saggar, RedBrick Advisors brings deep industry expertise to provide high quality and trusted valuations.

RedBrick Advisors is committed to delivering clear, data-driven, and transparent valuations that help stakeholders in the music and entertainment industries make informed decisions. Our services include:

  • Financing Support – Offering expert-driven valuations for banks, private credit firms, and investors involved in loans and asset-backed securities.

  • Estate Planning & Taxes – Assisting in estate tax planning, succession strategies, and wealth transfers with rigorous asset valuations.

  • Fairness Opinions – Delivering independent fairness opinions to support business transactions and corporate governance.

  • Contract Negotiations – Providing fair and detailed valuations for contracts related to joint ventures, employment agreements, and artist/songwriter rights when negotiating advances with labels and publishers.

  • Transaction Support – Aiding with mergers, acquisitions, private equity investments, divestitures, and financial structuring.

  • Litigation Assistance – Supplying expert valuation reports and testimony for court cases, arbitration, and settlement discussions.

Led by Sachin Saggar and backed by Shot Tower Capital, RedBrick Advisors brings decades of hands-on experience in media and entertainment finance. Our team specializes in valuing:

  • Music copyright and rights to royalty income, including for recorded music, music publishing as well as artist, songwriter, and neighboring rights (NR).

  • Label and publishing operations, including A&R (Artist & Repertoire).

  • Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agreements.

  • Film royalties, residuals, and live productions such as plays and musicals.

  • The financial value of record, publishing, production and other contracts governing royalty payments and advances.

RedBrick Advisors takes a customized approach to valuation by integrating industry-specific data, historical market trends, and detailed financial analysis. Our goal is to provide private equity firms, banks, music companies, and institutional investors with valuation assessments that are both reliable and actionable.

Launching officially on February 18, 2025, RedBrick Advisors and Shot Tower Capital welcome potential clients and partners to explore how our services can support their financial and strategic goals.

Shot Tower Capital is a leading investment banking and advisory firm specializing in media and entertainment transactions. With extensive experience in music, film, and intellectual property-based assets, Shot Tower Capital has played a key role in some of the industry’s most significant financial transactions. The launch of RedBrick Advisors reinforces its dedication to providing innovative financial solutions for the entertainment sector.

Prince And The Revolutions’ ‘Purple Rain’ Returns Exclusively to Dolby Cinemas On March 5

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Purple Rain, the legendary 1984 rock musical drama starring Prince in his film acting debut, will be brought back exclusively to Dolby Cinema. It will be screened at Dolby Cinema at AMC Theatres locations in the US and Dolby Cinema at ODEON locations in the UK for one night only on March 5. Fans will have the opportunity to fall in love with his royal badness all over again, while new generations can be introduced to his lasting influence in a stunning restoration that offers elevated visuals and transcendent audio. Tickets go on sale today.

Purple Rain reimagined in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for Dolby Cinema is a celebration of Prince’s genius and enduring legacy,” said Jed Harmsen, Head of Cinema and Group Entertainment at Dolby. “Devoted and new fans alike prepare to be exhilarated by an unforgettable and unparalleled performance from one of music’s greatest of all time.”

Every detail of the film – from the vibrant neon lights of First Avenue night club to The Kid’s iconic guitar – come to life through the ultra-vivid visuals of Dolby Vision. All the while, each electrifying performance, from the heartbreaking beauty of “Purple Rain” to the exhilarating guitar riffs of “When Doves Cry,” wash over the audience with pristine depth and clarity in Dolby Atmos. Combined, fans will feel as if they were transported back to 1984 to experience every beat of this captivating film like never before.

To reimagine Purple Rain for this new Dolby experience, the film was completely restored digitally from an 8K scan of the 35mm Original Camera Negative (OCN) and the digitally restored picture was color graded specifically for Dolby Vision. The film’s audio was also restored from the original Dolby Stereo tracks from over 40 years ago and, in conjunction with the 20th anniversary’s 5.1 multi-channel mix master, used to complete a faithfully remastered Dolby Atmos audio presentation.

In addition to leading the film as The Kid, Prince also composed and produced the score and original songs. Purple Rain won the Academy Award for Best Original Song Score (Prince) and the Grammy Award for Best Album of Original Score Written for a Motion Picture or Television Special (Prince and the Revolution).

Moviegoers in the US can purchase tickets to see the film at Dolby Cinema at AMC locations by visiting https://dolbylabs.co/PurpleRain.

Moviegoers in the UK can purchase tickets at Dolby Cinema at ODEON locations by visiting https://www.odeon.co.uk/experiences/dolby/.

Live Nation Urban Announces Investment In Creator Marketing Platform Breakr

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Live Nation Urban has announced its investment in Breakr, a pioneering creator marketing and tech platform. Breakr operates at the intersection of music, creators, and technology, empowering music labels, creative agencies, owned media properties, and brands to discover, select, pay, and contract with independent online content creators for promoting songs, products, and services.

As part of its transformative partnership with Live Nation Urban, Breakr is proud to unveil BreakrPay™️, its cutting-edge instant pay system designed to revolutionize the creator economy. By solving the persistent issue of payment delays, BreakrPay™️ enables brands, labels, and agencies to fund campaigns instantly, ensuring influencers—the driving force of modern marketing—are paid in real time. This creator-first infrastructure empowers Live Nation Urban and its partners to seamlessly collaborate with their favorite creative agencies, scale campaigns faster, and drive cultural impact without the friction of outdated net 30-90 payment terms. Together, Breakr and Live Nation Urban are setting a new standard for how culture moves at the speed of commerce.

Founded in 2020 by brothers Anthony (Tony) and Ameer Brown, Breakr has quickly become a leading force in the creator marketing landscape. Initially focused on the music sector, Breakr partnered with major labels such as BMG and Sony Music, to help musicians “break” into the mainstream via TikTok and Instagram. Breakr has since broadened its scope, embracing an interdisciplinary approach across industries, partnering with titans, including Hershey, Billboard, Celsius, Samsung, and UMG, among others. Today, Breakr is a thriving community of 70,000 creators, serving as a catalyst for collaboration between artists, agencies, influencers, and brands across a diverse array of online channels.

“The creator economy has changed the way we all connect with audiences, driving innovation and economic activity at an unprecedented scale. Breakr is a tech platform that was a core part of Live Nation Urban’s marketing mix for the better part of a year. After meeting the founders and understanding their vision, it was an easy decision for us to invest in Tony and Ameer and their trail-blazing platform,” said Shawn Gee, Founder and President of Live Nation Urban. “Our investment reflects our belief in the founders and in the transformative power of creators and the technology that empowers them to thrive.” Gee will also join the Board of Directors of the company.

Anthony Brown, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Breakr added, “From Breakr’s founding, projects like our #RoadtoRollingLoud competition with Rolling Loud to our extensive work with indie labels as well as the ‘Big 3,’ we’re committed to creating opportunities, discovering talent, and financially empowering creators and change-makers worldwide. Our partnership with Live Nation Urban and Shawn is the exciting beginning of a new chapter where we can expand our vision further than ever before, particularly with brands.”

“Breakr’s proprietary technology is revolutionizing the way brands and agencies connect with creators, offering seamless campaign management, real-time analytics, and instant payments—all within a single ecosystem. Our white-label infrastructure empowers partners to scale their operations effortlessly while maintaining full control over their campaigns and finances. This partnership with Live Nation Urban will allow us to expand our reach and continue developing industry-leading solutions that drive measurable impact in the creator economy,” added Ameer Brown, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Breakr.

The investment will be made through a new venture fund formed by Live Nation and Live Nation Urban, the Black Lily Capital Fund. The fund will provide greater access to capital, resources, and opportunity for black founders of companies operating in, or adjacent to, the live music ecosystem, with a focus on startups in pre-seed and seed round stages.

Gee concluded, “At Black Lily Capital, we are looking for the next generation of music equipment and technology vendors, innovative tech platform owners, live venue owners and operators, or anyone else cooking up innovation that can help fuel the growth of this industry. Our partnership with Breakr is the start of a forward-thinking approach to what the music industry and digital landscape can be in the near future.”

Live Nation Urban (LNU) remains North America’s preeminent producer of concert experiences, festivals, and platforms headlined, curated, and owned by black talent. Operating in partnership with Live Nation Entertainment, the world’s leading live entertainment company, the company sets the tone for culture with over a dozen sought-after festival brands such as Roots Picnic, Broccoli City, Exodus Music & Arts Festival, ONE Musicfest, Strength of a Woman, and more.

Beyond their captivating live events, Live Nation Urban has established themselves as key social architects in black culture with their innovative initiatives that include Juneteenth: A Global Celebration (broadcast on CNN), Kerry Washington’s THICKER THAN WATER book tour, and a special Hip-Hop 50 event at the home of Vice President Kamala Harris in addition to tours by artists such as Ari LennoxKirk Franklin, Davido, LL Cool J, Jill Scott, Jodeci, and Raphael Saadiq. The LNU-produced “A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop” special garnered a nomination at the NAACP Image Awards for “Outstanding Variety Show.” Live Nation Urban continues to grow across hip-hop, R&B, soul, and gospel as the most trusted purveyor of live urban music.

Breakr is a creator marketing platform enabling music labels, agencies, owned media properties, and brands to search for, select, and contract with independent online content creators to promote songs, products, and services. Founded in 2020 by brothers Anthony and Ameer Brown, Breakr initially targeted the music industry, collaborating with major labels like to help artists “break” into the mainstream via TikTok and Instagram. Since then, Breakr has expanded across industries, providing agencies and media companies with white-label tools and receivables underwriting, empowering them to manage branded campaigns while ensuring immediate payment to creators. Their BreakrPay™️ instant pay system solves the industry wide problem of payment delays for agencies, brands, labels, and most importantly, the backbone of the creator economy, influencers.

Ethara Launches Ticket Sales for the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Season Finale

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With the countdown to the 2025 Formula 1 season underway, Ethara has officially launched ticket sales for the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX 2025, inviting fans to experience the thrilling season finale at Yas Marina Circuit from Friday, December 5 to Sunday, December 7, 2025.

As the ultimate race of the F1 calendar, where championships can be won or lost. Having hosted four title-deciding showdowns, including McLaren’s 2024 Constructors’ Championship victory, Abu Dhabi continues to be a defining moment in the Formula 1 world. With the sport celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2025, this milestone edition promises to be one of the most highly anticipated yet, with a packed weekend of motorsport action and world-class entertainment.

Encouraging fans to make the most of their weekend in the capital, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket holders will enjoy exclusive one-day access to Abu Dhabi’s top attractions, including Ferrari World Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World Yas Island Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, and cultural landmarks like Qasr Al Watan and Louvre Abu Dhabi, all included with their ticket

Following record-breaking attendance in 2024, where over 192,000 spectators gathered at Yas Marina Circuit, demand for 2025 tickets are already at an all-time high. Organizers have confirmed a wide range of sought-after experiences, from Grandstands to luxury experience options, offering fans the best vantage points of the 5.2 km circuit. Popular fan zones including Abu Dhabi Hill, Horizon 360, and the North and West Straight Grandstands return, providing spectacular views of the on-track battles as the Constructors’ Championship could once again be decided under the Abu Dhabi lights.

Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO, Ethara said, “Following another record-breaking Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, we are excited to build on this success and welcome even more fans in 2025. With unprecedented demand already recorded, we anticipate another incredible year of world-class racing and entertainment. As one of the region’s premier events, we remain committed to delivering an exceptional fan experience at Yas Marina Circuit.”

Elevating the race weekend experience, Abu Dhabi GP will once again host globally renowned restaurants and luxury trackside experiences, with returning favourites such as Deck at Nine featuring Opa, Luna Lounge featuring CÉ LA VI, and collaborations with Michelin-starred restaurants including Hakkasan, Nobu, Estiatorio Milos, and more.

Beyond the track, Yasalam After-Race Concerts promises four days of unforgettable performances at Yas Island. Following a 2024 lineup featuring global icons like Eminem and Maroon 5, the unmissable weekend of music will once again deliver show-stopping entertainment to record-breaking crowds.

With Formula 1 set for one of its most competitive seasons in history, major driver moves, including Lewis Hamilton’s highly anticipated switch to Ferrari, have set the stage for an intense championship battle, with the possibility of another title-deciding finale in Abu Dhabi.

As demand for tickets continues to soar, fans are encouraged to book their spots for the region’s biggest racing weekend at www.abudhabigp.com.

The ‘Dream’ Goes ‘On’: Steven Tyler’s Signature Erewhon Soft Serve Benefitting Janie’s Fund & Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation Extended Through March

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Music fans and foodies rejoice: Steven Tyler and Erewhon are thrilled to announce the extension of the soft serve collaboration to support Janie’s Fund, Steven’s philanthropic initiative that brings hope to girls who have endured abuse and neglect.

Tyler’s two signature Soft Serves Sundaes, Dream On and Sweet Emotion, became available at all Erewhon locations Jan. 29 and will now continue through March 31. These personally crafted creations not only pay homage to Tyler’s iconic Aerosmith hits but also aim to inspire hope and raise awareness for the vital work Janie’s Fund in partnership with Youth Villages, and their LifeSet program are doing to support vulnerable girls across the country.

“Janie’s Fund is all about giving a voice back to these young women who have endured so much,” said Steven Tyler. “I am honored to work with Erewhon to raise awareness, as well as funds, to ensure these girls have the support they need to create the lives they deserve. It’s incredible to see Janie’s Fund joining unbelievable causes championed by amazing, talented artists, athletes and fellow Erewhon collaborators like Kasey Musgraves, Lisa, Sabrina Carpenter and Jack Flaherty from the LA Dodgers for the World Series.”

This partnership, facilitated by THE SHARPE ALLIANCE, brings together the shared commitment of both organizations to empower communities, especially after the heartbreaking Los Angeles wildfires. A portion of proceeds from every purchase of the Dream On and Sweet Emotion Soft Serve Sundaes will directly benefit Janie’s Fund, and will also be shared with the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation to support the Los Angeles communities that have been affected.

“More than150 firefighters attended our sixth annual “Jam for Janie” on Feb. 2 and we were honored to provide a bit of rest and relief for those brave souls, who live on the frontlines protecting all of us,” said Tyler. “The gala, which featured powerhouse performances by Lainey WilsonLinda Perry and Joan Jett, among others, raised much needed funds and spotlighted the never-ending work we do through Janie’s Fund to provide after care to girls and young women overcoming trauma on their path to a healthier life.”

DREAM ON
– Organic Coconut Soft Serve
– Organic Banana & Cinnamon
– Organic Raw Granola — Walnut, Almond, Maple, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Sea Salt
– Organic Superfood Almond Drizzle — Maple, Almond Butter, Coconut Cream, Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, He Shou Wu, Mucuna, Sea Salt

SWEET EMOTION
– Organic Coconut Soft Serve
– Organic Blueberry
– Organic Raw Blueberry Compote — Blueberry, Maple, Lemon Juice, Ginger Juice, Cayenne, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Sea Salt
– Organic Raw Granola — Walnut, Almond, Maple, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Sea Salt
– Organic Superfood Almond Drizzle — Maple, Almond Butter, Coconut Cream, Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, He Shou Wu, Mucuna, Sea Salt

Both Dream On and Sweet Emotion Soft Serves are vegan, gluten-friendly, and contain nuts. With every purchase, Erewhon is proud to support Janie’s Fund and the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation.

This partnership exemplifies the power of creative collaborations to drive positive change. Janie’s Fund and their LifeSet program have already made a significant impact, having directly supported more than 16,800 girls from ages 17-22 and their families since its inception. Through this initiative with Erewhon, supporters have the opportunity to indulge in a sweet treat while contributing to a brighter future for those in need.

Janie’s Fund is a philanthropic initiative created by Steven Tyler in partnership with Youth Villages to bring hope and healing to girls who have suffered the trauma of abuse and neglect. Steven first gave voice to this cause with his hit “Janie’s Got a Gun,” and his establishment of the fund ensures that these vulnerable girls will have an enduring voice for years to come. Janie’s Fund has two important goals: to bring much-needed awareness to the issue of abuse and neglect of children and to generate financial support to ensure that girls receive the most effective sup-port available to help them overcome the trauma and pain of abuse. One hundred percent of all donations to Janie’s Fund are used to support proven programs at Youth Villages that have demonstrated effectiveness in addressing the trauma of sexual abuse in children and to expand these services to help even more girls. These services incorporate the latest research on developing brains and neuropsychology.

Swaye for Music Signs Agreement with Trebel to Reach Superfans of Its Artists

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Swaye for Music proudly announces the upcoming launch of its innovative platform, empowering superfans to amplify their relationship with their favorite performers. Swaye for Music has signed an agreement with TREBEL, one of the fastest-growing digital music services in the Americas, and the first licensed music platform to deliver offline song play at no cost to users, to connect with superfans through tailored advertisements.

TREBEL will enable Swaye for Music artists to reach their most devoted fans with updates on fan club opportunities, announcements of new releases, upcoming concert dates, and much more.

“Swaye for Music is the only fan platform that allows superfans to interact with their favorite artists in a whole new way that offers fun and engaging benefits,” said Garland Brown, founder of Swaye for Music. “TREBEL’s unique platform allows us to reach our artists’ superfans effectively and efficiently.”

“TREBEL’s download-then-listen app allows superfans to build libraries of their favorite artists’ music in a unique way,” said Gary Mekikian, founder and CEO of TREBEL. “Informing our superfans about the opportunities offered by Swaye for Music is a win for our users and a win for hundreds of Swaye for Music artists looking to turn their superfans into super-engaged fans.”

Swaye for Music is a premier fan platform connecting artists with their superfans. Swaye provides music fans with innovative ways to connect, including exclusive access to content, social media updates, and events, fostering deeper engagement between artists and their audiences. Learn more at www.swaye.com

TREBEL is one of the fastest-growing music services in the Americas and the first licensed platform that delivers offline music playback at no cost to users. With its innovative app, TREBEL empowers fans to download and enjoy their favorite music anytime, anywhere, while helping artists and labels connect directly with audiences through its unique advertising model and eliminating the need for music piracy.

Mellon Foundation Launches $35 Million Jazz Initiative Aimed at Championing Celebrated Jazz Luminaries and Bolstering the Broader Jazz Ecosystem

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The Mellon Foundation today announced a multifaceted $35 million initiative aimed at supporting the cultural preservation of jazz, championing the legacy of the artists who have played a pivotal role in its formation, and strengthening the broader jazz ecosystem. The initiative, which will provide support for scholarly and storytelling initiatives, and partnerships with the archives, clubs, and other institutions critical to preserving and amplifying jazz’s impact on future generations, is anchored by the ‘Jazz Legacies Fellowship’ – a newly created $15 million fellowship founded in partnership with the Jazz Foundation of America (JFA). The inaugural class of 20 Jazz Legacies Fellows, also announced today, represent the pinnacle of creative achievement, technical mastery and boundary-pushing expression, and are the first of 50 artists to be named fellows over the next four years.

Building on Mellon’s commitment to creating a more robust ecosystem that champions care for art and its creators, the foundation’s jazz initiative advances preservation, scholarship, and celebration of the art form by providing strategic support for organizations that present, advocate for, and produce jazz music.  As part of the broader jazz initiative, Mellon has granted $4 million to eight organizations critical to the artform including: the 369th Experience, connecting military and jazz history through the legacy of the Harlem Hellfighters Band; Arts for Art, championing avant-garde jazz in New York City; Afro Latin Jazz Alliance/Belongo, advancing Latin jazz traditions through education and performance; DC Jazz Festival, providing a major platform for emerging and established artists; the Ellis Marsalis Center, offering vital jazz education in New Orleans; JazzMobile, bringing free concerts to communities since 1964; the Philadelphia Clef Club, preserving the city’s rich jazz heritage; and the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival ‘calling home’ jazz artists for its 25th anniversary.

“Jazz is a quintessentially American art form, central to our vast and varied American culture, and this initiative rightly and broadly honors the work of those who continue to drive the evolution of jazz while also safeguarding its histories,” said Elizabeth Alexander, President of the Mellon Foundation. “We at Mellon are proud to join JFA in recognizing the artists, scholars, and community coalitions that continue to amplify our understanding and appreciation of this dynamic musical form and the deep generational knowledge that will accumulate from it long into the future.”

The Jazz Legacies Fellowship was designed for artists, and in close collaboration with a host of celebrated musician advisors, including Terri Lyne CarringtonChristian McBrideJason MoranArturo O’FarrillEsperanza Spalding, and presenter Sunny Sumter with the aim to foster intergenerational dialogue, honor lifelong artistic contributions, and ensure the integrity of our multivocal historical record.

“My peers and I rely on the artistic bravery of our mentors — these are the artists that churned a vibrant language with the knowledge that it was useful for not only society, but also for the soul,” said celebrated pianist and Jazz Legacies Fellowship artistic advisor, Jason Moran. “This initial cohort of musicians are the gardeners, and the work of Mellon and JFA, the bulbs that – along with water, soil and sun — allow us to cherish their work from the past and into the future.”

“The jazz community is unmatched in its reverence and affection for its heroes,” said Joe Petrucelli, Executive Director of the Jazz Foundation of America. “JFA is proud to have launched this fellowship, in partnership with Mellon, and guided by input from over 100 musicians, presenters, educators, and organizers to select 20 inaugural recipients. Our process balanced creativity, generational impact, and the realities of being a working jazz musician in America. With urgency and consensus, we recognize these artists as mentors, trailblazers, and inspirational figures. This fellowship not only celebrates their contributions but also provides much-needed financial security—an all-too-rare resource in the field.”

Administered by JFA’s Jazz Legacies Fellowship team led by Program Director, Veronika Châtelain, the fellowship will support 50 seasoned jazz artists aged 62 and older. Each recipient will be honored with a lifetime achievement award and receive an unrestricted grant of $100,000. Recipients will also be provided with resources for tailored professional and personal support, including master class and performance opportunities, production assistance, legal and financial counsel and more.

The diverse cohort of fellows comprises artists across a range of instruments, including bass, drums, flugelhorn, saxophone, organ, piano, reeds, trombone, trumpet, and vocals, and spans styles from avant-garde and free jazz to hard bop and fusion. Fellows represent a mix of internationally renowned and locally celebrated talents – all of whom have profoundly shaped the jazz landscape.

Celebrated vocalist, Carmen Lundy notes, “I am deeply touched by this important recognition and also inspired to continually contribute to the art form as it is one of America’s greatest gifts to the world. I am grateful to the Jazz Foundation of America and to Mellon for their commitment to the preservation of the jazz artist and their legacies.”

The 2025 Jazz Legacies Fellows are:

  • George Cables, 80, pianist, Queens, NY
    Humble keyboard genius with impeccable technique and distinctive songbook

  • Valerie Capers, 89, pianist, Bronx, NY
    Groundbreaking artist-educator melding classical and jazz

  • George Coleman, 89, saxophonist, New York, NY
    Peerless soloist from fabled ’50s Memphis scene and bridge between jazz eras

  • Akua Dixon, 76, cellist, Westchester, NY
    String specialist who blazed new trails in all styles of music

  • Manty Ellis, 92, guitarist, Milwaukee, WI
    Local icon known as the Godfather of Milwaukee Jazz

  • Tom Harrell, 78, trumpeter, New York, NY
    Beloved bandleader-soloist with a deep emotional resonance

  • Billy Hart, 84, drummer, Montclair, NJ
    Hero of jazz rhythm and esteemed mentor known to fans worldwide as “Jabali

  • Bertha Hope88, pianist, New York, NY
    Bebop torchbearer and pioneering advocate for women in jazz

  • Roger Humphries, 81, drummer, Pittsburgh, PA
    Jazz phenom who committed career to nurturing his hometown scene

  • Carmen Lundy, 70, vocalist, Los Angeles, CA
    Multi-instrumentalist and composer who sets a standard for artistic independence

  • Amina Claudine-Myers 82, pianist, New York, NY
    Avant-garde legend firmly grounded in gospel and blues traditions

  • Roscoe Mitchell, 84, multireedist, Fitchburg, WI
    Illustrious experimental composer and educator; Art Ensemble of Chicago mainstay

  • Johnny O’Neal, 68, pianist, New York, NY
    A musicians’ musician with a “million-dollar touch”

  • Shannon Powell, 62, drummer, New Orleans, LA
    New Orleans jazz ambassador known as the King of Tremé

  • Julian Priester, 89, trombonist, Seattle, WA
    Multifaceted jazz virtuoso and invaluable educator

  • Dizzy Reece, 94, trumpeter, Bronx, NY
    Enigmatic musical metaphysician whose influence spans generations

  • Herlin Riley, 68, drummer, New Orleans, LA
    Irrepressible bandleader bringing the rhythm of New Orleans to the world

  • Michele Rosewoman, 71, pianist, New York, NY
    Singular composer, bandleader and teacher fusing jazz, Cuban folkloric sounds

  • Dom Salvador, 87, pianist, Long Island, NY
    Brazilian visionary who fuses samba, jazz and funk

  • Reggie Workman, 87, bassist, New York, NY
    Master artist-educator; jazz luminary for nearly 70 years

The inaugural cohort of the Jazz Legacies Fellowship was selected by a distinguished panel of artists, scholars, and jazz professionals including Aja Burrell WoodBrian BladeHelen SungJackie HarrisJerome JenningsJoe FarnsworthMelanie CharlesNicole GloverNicole MitchellRegina CarterRobert HurstSuraya MohamedTheo CrokerWillard Jenkins, and Yosvany Terry.

To learn more about the Jazz Legacies Fellows and their work please visit: jazzfoundation.org/jazz-legacies-fellowship/. To stay informed of additional funding for Mellon’s jazz initiative, subscribe to the Mellon Foundation newsletter at mellon.org/newsletter.

About The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities. Since 1969, the Foundation has been guided by its core belief that the humanities and arts are essential to human understanding. The Foundation believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom that can be found there. Through our grants, we seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive. Learn more at mellon.org.

About The Jazz Foundation of America

The Jazz Foundation of America is a national nonprofit that provides financial assistance, social services, and employment opportunities to jazz, blues, and roots musicians affected by circumstances such as financial crises, health problems, natural disasters, and lack of work. It is our belief that in offering aid that enhances the wellbeing of artists, we contribute intrinsically to the legacy of the artform. With a licensed clinical social work team, JFA strives to find creative solutions for the struggles that musicians face anywhere in their lives. Our methodology is rooted in fostering long-term, personal relationships to empower clients and restore hope and dignity in their most trying times. Our performance programs create meaningful gigs for hundreds of musicians every month and bring free concerts to thousands of listeners at public schools, nursing homes, parks, and other community venues across the country. The organization was founded in 1989 and now assists artists and their families in 7,000 cases a year.

WavMaker Launches Cue Packs: Seamless Music Scoring for Filmmakers

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WavMaker, a next-generation music licensing platform for video creators, introduces Cue Packs, curated bundles of modular music designed to streamline the film scoring process. By offering pre-arranged themes, intros, outros, and transitions in a variety of popular film genres, Cue Packs eliminate the hassle of hunting for, licensing, and syncing music—allowing filmmakers to focus on storytelling. Available via subscription for full commercial use, these packs instantly bring professional-quality soundscapes to any project.

“Cue Packs are built to solve one of the biggest pain points for filmmakers—finding and assembling cohesive music quickly and efficiently,” said Matt Arcaini, co-founder of WavMaker. “We designed these packs to simplify workflow, making high-quality scoring accessible to all creators.”

Inspired by Hollywood-style cue libraries, Cue Packs offer pre-matched tracks tailored for specific storytelling needs. Instead of searching the entire library for compatible pieces, editors can drag and drop professionally curated cues that fit together seamlessly within their scenes. Each pack includes essential variations such as stingers, transitions, and mood-building elements, making the scoring process faster and more intuitive.

Available Cue Packs Include:
  • Action Drama – High-energy scores for pulse-pounding twists and climactic showdowns.
  • Food & Travel – A flavorful soundtrack for every bite, every journey, and every unforgettable moment.
  • Kidventure – Playful, energetic, and full of wonder—music that brings childhood imagination to life.
  • ⁠Nature – Majestic scores that capture the awe of the great outdoors—without the bug spray.
  • ⁠Real Estate – Polished, inviting, and effortlessly upscale—music that helps seal the deal.
  • Sports – High-energy anthems packed with intensity, momentum, and game-winning emotion.

New Cue Packs will be released monthly, expanding the collection to meet filmmakers’ evolving needs.